Brand is an enchanting Austrian village nestled in the Montafon Valley. It’s framed by the rugged limestone peaks of the Rätikon Alps and offers year-round outdoor adventures. The warm summer months are ideal for hiking, mountain biking and cycling. An extensive network of trails and cable cars make it easy to explore the surrounding mountains. Hike through wildflower-strewn meadows and get your pulse racing with adrenaline-fueled activities like paragliding.
The village charms with its traditional Alpine architecture and a welcoming atmosphere. Stroll along picturesque streets and browse colourful shops and galleries. Cosy cafes serve hearty Austrian dishes like “kasespatzle” cheese noodles and “brettljause” charcuterie boards loaded with cheese, meat and farmhouse bread.
Winter transforms Brand into a snow sports hub. Speed along groomed slopes in the Brandnertal ski area and explore cross-country ski trail on the Tschengla Plateau. Family-friendly activities like snowshoeing and tobogganing are ideal for kids.
Getting there
Brand is in the state of Vorarlberg, a two-hour drive from Innsbruck. Bludenz Train station is a 15-minute drive away and offers connections to Innsbruck in under two hours. Rent a car for the freedom to explore the Montafon Valley at your own pace. Innsbruck Airport is a two-hour drive away.